Emily's Picks: Ed Sheeran's "X" Reviewed - Fugitive Sounds Posted by David Stillman | Jun 28, 2014 | Albums , Reviews | 0 | Ed Sheeran states it best in his song “Take it Back”: “Now I don’t ever want to be perfect, cause I’m a singer that you never wanna to see shirtless, and I accept the fact that someone has to win worst-dressed.” Sheeran’s signature ginger hair and striking resemblance to Ron Weasley from the Harry Potter films simply cannot compete with David Beckham , Channing Tatum , or Ryan Gosling’s trademark, almost otherworldly, good looks. He walks on to a stage armed with just a guitar and his voice. He keeps his private life private, seldom engaging in the press for anything besides music-related promotions. So how, then, has the twenty-three-year old English singer-songwriter managed to sell millions of albums, sell-out Madison Square Garden (twice), and tour around the world, performing to packed houses everywhere he goes? Take a listen to his new album x (pronounced “multiply”), and the answer is pretty evident.

The seventeen-track album dropped on June 23rd and continues to rest comfortably at the top of the charts. While many will be quick to classify Sheeran as a pop artist, his musical style is more of a blend between pop, rap, and R&B soul fused with acoustic coffeehouse folk. X proffers a bit of each of these genres, featuring heartfelt ballads, vengeful love songs, and intense rap tirades. The young artist offers vocals that can only be described as buttery-smooth, alongside wicked guitar chops and loop pedal skills that could easily put to shame any pop artist today. If his musicianship is not enough, he writes or co-writes all of his music, which is easily identified through his passionate lyrics. Similar to artists like Adele or Taylor Swift , Sheeran writes from personal experiences, occasionally calling out one or two spurned lovers (his new song “Don’t” is allegedly about his ex-girlfriend, pop artist Ellie Goulding , and her affair with One Direction’s Niall Horan whilst the three artists were on tour).

As Sheeran stated in a recent interview: “[I] write about shit that happens.” However, the way in which Sheeran writes his lyrics is neither immature nor oriented at avenging lovers’ mistakes; rather, it gives listeners a glimpse inside the tumult of his emotions. Unlike many of the pop songs on the radio today, Sheeran ’s tunes are not generally aimed at wooing or spurning the objects of his affection. While he certainly has tracks like this, Sheeran writes about a broad spectrum of topics, not confining himself to the traditional pop music themes. His track “Take It Back,” which features his rapping prowess, follows his journey from a couch-surfing teen playing guitar to a full-fledged artist, its narrative stretching back to when he was sixteen and homeless, sleeping in subways and strangers’ houses. In “Afire Love,” Sheeran discusses what it’s like to lose a loved one to disease, in this case Alzheimer’s. It is through the authenticity of these songs that Sheeran ‘s passions are exhibited and the listener is able to understand his emotions.

Unlike those of so many artists climbing the charts, Sheeran ‘s lyrics are always masterfully crafted, and often strikingly poignant. If there is anything that x proves, it is that Sheeran is not afraid to experiment with new styles, techniques, and sounds. Much of his first album, + (pronounced “plus”) featured a more stripped-down feel, while x demonstrates Sheeran ‘s evolution, both as a singer and songwriter. Two tracks on x, “Sing” and “Runaway,” are produced by Pharrell Williams and feature a sound and feel quite removed from the traditional acoustic bent of +-era Ed. X showcases almost every genre of pop music—hip-hop, blues, soul, rap, and pop. Common themes are certainly found among the tracks on x: alcohol, women, and love, most conspicuously. Such consistency of topic creates a cohesiveness to the songs, without making anything sound too repetitive. However, the two tracks available on the deluxe edition of the album, which Sheeran wrote for the films I See Fire and All of the Stars, while beautifully written, tend to stick out and disrupt the overall flow of the record somewhat.

Perhaps this isn’t surprising, since these songs were composed for very specific contexts outside the programmatic scheme of x. Sheeran has more than proved himself as an artist and performer in x. His North American tour kicks off at the end of the summer, and, speaking from experience, I’d assert that he is one of a handful of artists who sounds better live than in his studio recordings. Watching him build loops spontaneously and sing songs that are at once heartfelt and authentic gives anyone hope that the music industry might be interested in more than just the succession of chart-topping, forgettable pop singles. Ed Sheeran, Live from Vicar Street, Dublin: ___________________________________________________________________________ Emily Spalding is a student at Collegiate School in Richmond, VA. Although she was born and raised in the South, she sees New York City as her second home. She is a self-proclaimed Northerner stuck in a Southerner’s body. When she is not writing, Emily can be found shredding on the guitar, violin, or mandolin—three instruments she has been playing for seven years. Beyond her musical prowess, Emily is an avid dancer and once gave herself a concussion from a vertical high-kick.

Oscar Wilde, one of Emily’s favorite playwrights, once said that “I am so clever that I sometimes don’t understand a single word of what I am saying.” Emily finds herself in this predicament daily. Share this: Shout out for Sheeran Front Page > t2 > Story Shout out for Sheeran Taylor Swift’s friend. The lyricist of one direction. A chart-topping Singer. Ed Sheeran tells t2 about his x factor MATHURES PAUL There are five million people who bought the album (+), and there’s about 200 reviewers who didn’t like it, so if you weigh it up, it’s all right! He left home at 17 to nail recording and publishing deals. And by 2011 he had a home in Suffolk and a couple of years later, one in south London. Behind his success story is his ability to write songs that cover a range of emotions ï¿½ï¿½ soppy to personal. When he is not writing for himself, the 23-year-old pens down thoughts for One Direction (Little Things, Moments, Over Again) and Taylor Swift (Everything Has Changed; he has also sung with her).

The three-time Grammy nominee’s new album (Warner Music) is out and it has overtaken Lana Del Rey to sit on top of the British album charts. Ed Sheeran takes on a few questions from t2 around x (pronounced ‘multiply’) and more. Your first album had songs that you wrote as a 17/18-year-old and its success has shouldered you with the responsibility of coming up with a bigger album. How is x different from your first album, + (pronounced ‘plus’; 2011)? I took more time putting x together. I really tried to perfect it, whereas + was just a spur of the moment thing. There was a lot of hype around me at that time in terms of building a fan base, and I was releasing stuff so often that the album just followed in quick succession. There wasn’t a big lead up to it or pressure to work with big people and create a monster hit ï¿½ï¿½ it was justï¿½ release an album. On the production side you have three big names Jake Gosling, Pharrell Williams and Rick Rubin. What does each of them bring to the album’s sound?

It was a weird thing because I didn’t intend for any of that to happen. Rick Rubin came to a show; we hung out, ended up in the studio and then did a lot of work together. It was literally a very random meeting ï¿½ï¿½ I went around for a cup of tea after the show! Pharrell had tweeted about The A Team (the lead single from his debut album) and sat behind me at the Grammy Awards, so we started chatting. I guess working with all these producers is... I had so many doors opened for me after the last album that I took all the opportunities that came in. And you are not scared of making the album sound personal? It’s all good. I feel likeï¿½ going into the albumï¿½ it’s all positive. Sing has a fun video, which features a puppet that looks like you. Sing is about secretly drinking at a dry, industry party, and it’s funky, R&B-flavored. The album also has soulful songs. So it’s a mix of both. I like the way the album has shaped upï¿½ there’s so much variety. Did the music you heard in your childhood inspire your music?

I was four when I joined the local church choir in Halifax, West Yorkshire, where my older brother Matthew was a member and classical composer. Being with him I became music-obsessed. I developed a passion for rap at nine after listening to Eminem. At 10, I got my first guitar, which I would play for several hours a day. At 15, I was a crazy fan of the band Nizlopi. I followed them to every gig and they soon offered me a job on their tour as the guitar technician. You have been a good friend of Taylor Swift. Is there a song about her on the album? It’s (Don’t) 100 per cent not about Taylor. Taylor’s one of these people that if you piss her off and she writes a song about you, it’s not good news for you! There are times when your music is criticised. How do you deal with criticism? I used to find it hard. I still do read all the reviews. But I used to read the bad ones and I guess it didn’t go down well at the time.

I was young and new to the industry, whereas now I’ve gone through all that and come out the other side having sold a lot of the first album off the back of having bad reviews. So I don’t know if I care that much. There are five million people who bought the album, and there’s about 200 reviewers who didn’t like it, so if you weigh it up, it’s all right! So, has fame changed you? Not really! I am pretty much the same person I was before. Besides your albums, you also work with other singers... collaborations. I know I said I wouldn’t do anymore writing for other people, but I just fell into a few sessions over the past couple of months with Demi Lovato. I did a tune with Jessie Ware, one with Usher and Skrillex, one for Hilary Duff and one for Rixton. I’ve got those four cuts coming this year, so I thought I just want to have more coming! Demi expressed interest a year ago and I just followed it up. You have been unlucky at the Grammy Awards. Is the award special to you? I was happy that I got a nomination at the Grammy’s.

I wasn’t really aware why they’d asked me to come to the nominationsï¿½ it was a bit of ‘Why am I here?’ I expected Lorde to be up for it, but she’s up for quite a few others, so I don’t think she’s complaining. Although I didn’t win, I was certainly there to support my friend Taylor Swift. Anything we don’t know about you? I am a huge fan of watches. I want to own all kinds of watches and am working towards it. I am an Ed Sheeran fan because.... Tell [email protected] Copyright © 2016 The Telegraph. All rights reserved. Ariana Grande, Ed Sheeran, and Hedley Confirmed to Perform on the 2014 MMVAs, June 15 on Much and CTV – Bell Media To tweet this release: TORONTO (May 30, 2014) – Much announced today the latest performers and presenters confirmed for the 2014 MUCH MUSIC VIDEO AWARDS . Performing for the masses at Much HQ are pop diva Ariana Grande , U.K. singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran , and multi-platinum hit-makers Hedley .

The chart-topping list join previously announced artists Imagine Dragons and Lorde and co-hosts Kendall and Kylie Jenner . The 2014 MMVAs kick off live, coast-to-coast-to-coast, with the 2014 MMVAs RED CARPET SPECIAL show at 8 p.m., exclusively on Much, followed by the live show, Sunday, June 15 at 9 p.m. ET/6 p.m. PT, simulcast on Much, CTV, and CTV GO, and streaming on much.ca The first round of presenters confirmed to grace the 2014 MMVAs stage are Kick Ass actress Chloë Grace Moretz , The Hunger Games: Catching Fire star Jena Malone , and Twilight actor Kellan Lutz . Additional performers and presenters will be announced in the coming weeks. In advance of the live awards, fans can prep for all the MMVA action as co-hosts Lauren Toyota and Scott Willats take viewers inside the biggest event of the summer with the 30-minute, original special MMVA FIRST LOOK, Saturday, June 7 at 7 p.m. ET on Much and Saturday, June 14 at 4:30 p.m.

ET on CTV. MMVA FIRST LOOK provides an exclusive peek at the incredible MMVA stages, show-stopping performers, and A-list presenters that are set to rock this year’s awards at Much HQ. For a full list of the 2014 MMVA nominees, click here . ** Media Note ** Download photos for the MMVAs at bellmediapr.ca/network/much Ariana Grande Ariana Grande’s current smash hit “Problem” featuring Iggy Azalea is now platinum in the U.S. and holds the title of fastest-selling single to reach 1 million sales in 2014. In its first week, “Problem” achieved sales of 435,000-plus (U.S.), making for the biggest single debut of the year so far, and fourth highest for a female artist ever. “Problem” is currently Gold in Canada and is the first single from Grande’s highly-anticipated sophomore album due out later this summer.

In 2013, Grande released her first full-length album, YOURS TRULY, which debuted at #2 on the Canadian Nielsen Soundscan chart and at #1 on the Billboard Top 200, Billboard Digital Albums Chart, and iTunes Overall Albums Chart in the U.S. Moreover, it yielded the platinum-selling pop smash “The Way” featuring Mac Miller. She also received “Favourite Breakout Artist” at the People’s Choice Awards 2014 and “Best New Artist” at the 2013 American Music Awards. Grande’s magnetic charm, impressive voice, and astounding presence have enchanted millions of fans worldwide. Ed Sheeran Blending soulful vocals with organic folk introspection and irresistible hip-hop hooks, Ed Sheeran is a genuine global phenomenon. The 23-year-old British singer-songwriter’s masterful debut album, +, entered the UK Albums Chart at #1 with the highest opening sales figures for a debut male solo artist ever, and earned him three Grammy Award® nominations. Ed Sheeran is gearing up for a very busy summer with the announcement of the release of his much anticipated second album, x – pronounced “multiply” – on June 23.

His new album is preceded by the exhilarating lead single “Sing,” which has rapidly become a multi-format top 10 hit in Canada. Hedley With four consecutive multi-platinum albums behind them and almost a million albums sold, Hedley continues along their path to pop music supremacy with their current album, Wild Life. The album is closing in on the double platinum mark and bridges classic Hedley pop anthems and ballads along with R&B infused tracks and electro-pop tunes. The first single, “Anything” is the band’s fastest selling single, achieving platinum-selling status in a few short months. Hedley’s current monster radio track, “Crazy For You” is currently owning Top 5 radio charts across the country and isn’t showing any signs of slowing down soon. The band recently wrapped a monster 32-date Canadian arena tour and is currently working their infectious live show tunes in Germany, France and beyond! They leave Europe just in time for their triumphant return to the MMVA stage to celebrate their pack-leading six nominations, tied with Drake. The highly-coveted wristbands for the 2014 MMVAs are set to be handed out Wednesday, June 4 at 2 p.m.

ET from Much HQ in Toronto. Fans can keep up on all the details on much.ca , on Twitter , and Facebook . Fans across the country can tune into their local radio stations for a chance to win wristbands. For a list of participating stations, please click here . Official sponsors of the 2014 MMVAs include: Diet Coke®, H&M®, Bud Lime Lime-A-Rita, WONKA® NERDS®, Procter & Gamble®, Scotiabank, Samsung Electronics Canada, SUBWAY® Restaurants, and VIRGIN MOBILE CANADA™. Follow Much on Twitter: @Much Follow Ariana Grande on Twitter: @ArianaGrande Follow Ed Sheeran on Twitter: @EdSheeran Follow Hedley on Twitter: @Hedleyonline Follow Chloë Grace Moretz on Twitter: @ChloeGMoretz Follow Jena Malone on Twitter: @MaloneJena Follow Kellan Lutz on Twitter: @KellanLutz About the MUCH MUSIC VIDEO AWARDS Much gives fans the experience of a lifetime by putting them as close as humanly possible to their favourite artists and celebrities at the 2014 MUCH MUSIC VIDEO AWARDS.

The show airs live on Sunday, June 15 at 9 p.m. ET on Much and CTV, with a star-packed Red Carpet special beforehand at 8 p.m. ET, exclusively on Much. Past MMVAs performers and presenters include: Adam Lambert, Avril Lavigne, The Black Eyed Peas, The Black Keys, Britney Spears, Bruno Mars, Carly Rae Jepsen, Colin Farrell, Down With Webster, Drake, Ed Sheeran, Hedley, Jonas Brothers, Justin Bieber, Kanye West, Katy Perry, Ke$ha, Kellan Lutz, Kelly Clarkson, Lady Gaga, LMFAO, Miley Cyrus, Paris Hilton, Pauly D, Rihanna, Selena Gomez, Snooki, Snoop Dogg, Taylor Lautner, and many more. At the MMVAs, the audience is the priority; Much gives them the best seats in the house, whether a foot from the stage or a foot from a television, computer, or mobile phone. Fans should hit up Much regularly at much.ca or Twitter @Much for the most up-to-date info about the event of the year.

R.AGE | Ed Sheeran Is Spotify's Most Streamed Artiste in 2014 Tagged world . With his chart-topping album, sold-out tours and his recent performance at the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, it’s safe to say that Ed Sheeran has had a great year. But now, he has another reason to celebrate as Spotify’s Year In Music has announced that Sheeran is the most streamed artiste of 2014, in the world! Related story: Ed Sheeran Is Coming To KL! Throughout the year, his songs have been heard more than 860 million times globally on Spotify. On top of that, his album, x (pronounced multiply), was the most streamed album in Malaysia with over 430 million streams thanks to the Sheerios. (Confession: I’m guilty of contributing to those numbers, but I ain’t sorry :p) However, on this side of the world, the 23-year-old British singer-songwriter lost out to Coldplay as the most streamed artiste of 2014 in Malaysia. Taiwanese singer/actor, Jay Chou is the most streamed Asian artiste.

And the song that has the most number of streams in this country is, of course, Magic!’s Rude. No surprise there, I must say… Here’s the full list: Global Results Top 10 most streamed tracks 1. Magic! – Rude 2. John Legend – All of Me 3. Sia – Chandelier 4. Pharrell Williams – Happy (From “Despicable Me 2“) 5. Maroon 5 – Maps 7. Coldplay – A Sky Full of Stars 8. Sam Smith – Stay With Me 9. Passenger – Let Her Go 10. OneRepublic – Counting Stars Top 10 most streamed albums 1. x – Ed Sheeran 2. In The Lonely Hour – Sam Smith 3. V – Maroon 5 4. The New Classic – Iggy Azalea 5. My Everything – Ariana Grande 6. 5 Seconds Of Summer – 5 Seconds Of Summer 7. The Fault In Our Stars: Music From The Motion Picture – The Fault In Our Stars 8. G I R L – Pharrell Williams 9. 1000 Forms of Fear – Sia 10.

Don’t Kill the Magic – MAGIC! ICYMI: Sheeran is coming to Malaysia next year! His show, which will be at KL Convention Centre on March 16 2015, marks his first ever concert here and tickets are priced at RM285 and RM355. Share on The Music of Bill Withers at Carnegie Hall The Music of Bill Withers at Carnegie Hall MUSICAL DIRECTOR: GREG PHILLINGANES / CO-PRODUCED BY GREG PHILLINGANES, MARCIA WITHERS, LEO SACKS & SHLOMO LIPETZ General Admission seating through Carnegie Hall can be purchased here SOLD OUT VIP Event Pass $300 Choice of best orchestra or private box seats and admission to exclusive artist after show party at City Winery, drink & food included.

VIP Dinner Event - 1 seat $750 You’ll receive 1 tickets to a dinner event hosted by Bill & Marcia Withers at City Winery, including a five-course wine-paired dinner (with about 40 people) in the winery on September 30th at 7:00pm VIP Dinner Event, VIP Concert Ticket & After Party Pass $1,000 You’ll receive 1 tickets to a dinner event hosted by Bill & Marcia Withers at City Winery, including a five-course wine-paired dinner (with about 40 people) in the winery on September 30th at 7:00pm. Then, you’ll receive 1 VIP tickets for the tribute concert on October 1st, plus 1 After-Party Passes. BACKSTAGE PASS $2,000 Choice of orchestra or private box seats. Backstage Pass for sound check at Carnegie, after show party, access to rehearsals the day before and a personalized signed show poster by Bill Withers. Dinner With Bill Package -*Price also includes a pair of VIP tickets to the show & a pair of seats for the dinner.

$10,000 This package starts with an intimate dinner with Bill & Marcia Withers at City Winery, which includes a five-course wine paired dinner with no more than 40 people in the winery the night before the event, Sept. 30th, 7pm. Then the night of the show, all the perks above in the backstages pass plus the ability to join the entire ensemble for the encore on the stage at Carnegie Hall, Backstage Access throughout the concert, full access to rehearsal day at City Winery, and customized encounters with artists. **Price also includes a pair of VIP tickets to the show & a pair of seats for the dinner. Bill Withers: Still Himself, but He’ll Allow the Attention LOS ANGELES — For musical stars of a certain age, being inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is usually a springboard for a career revival — tours, new albums, endorsement deals, all that. Not so for the soul legend Bill Withers, who joined the pantheon this year but who has spent the...

Read the rest at The New Yorker Fall Preview Best known for such hits as “Lean on Me,” “Ain’t No Sunshine,” and “Use Me,” Bill Withers was one of the great soul men of the seventies. His earthy voice, straightforward songwriting, and fondness for acoustic arrangements worked the seam between R. & B. and folk, but he was also capable of deep funk, and his live performances could be incendiary—his Carnegie Hall concert, documented on a 1973 album, is a classic. Withers grew increasingly frustrated with record-label culture in the eighties, and by the end of the decade he had left the business. On Oct. 1, D’Angelo, Ed Sheeran, and others pay tribute to him, fittingly, at Carnegie Hall. The man himself will be on hand, but the specifics of his participation are a closely guarded secret. The four surviving members of the Zombies, with help from other artists, are touring the U.S. for the first time since 1965. The group produced the classic-rock staples “She’s Not There,” which hit No.

1 in 1964, and “Time of the Season,” which charted in 1969, after they had broken up, thanks in part to a d.j. from Boise, Idaho, who became obsessed with the song. “Time of the Season” was the closing track on their second album, “Odessey and Oracle” (1968), an astonishing, elegant collection, marked by intricate vocal harmonies and songwriting craftsmanship that rivalled “St. Pepper’s.” The album was a commercial failure but an artistic triumph, and they’ve never played it in the States, until now: they are at the New York Society for Ethical Culture on Oct. 9. Two years ago, BRIC , the nonprofit organization that puts on the summer concert series Celebrate Brooklyn!, converted the historic 1919 Strand Theatre, in the heart of the borough, into its new home, the BRIC House. From Oct. 11-16, the organization inaugurates an annual jazz festival, bringing up-and-coming local artists together with such established performers as Ron Carter, Kamasi Washington, Dr. Lonnie Smith’s Evolution, the Nicholas Payton Trio, and Kris Bowers.

♦ 11 Years of "Music Of" by Michael Dorf This concert is the 12th "music of" show presented by Michael Dorf . Mr. Dorf founded the Knitting Factory in 1987 and ran it to 2003, when he sold all of his interests. In 2004 he made a barrel of wine, caught the bug, and in 2008 founded City Winery which has just recently opened it's 4th location in Nashville. This series at Carnegie Hall is a special annual project he produces as a way to raise funds for Music Education program. He is "moonlighting" this production out of his offices at City Winery. Thus, our contacts below are at City Winery..

Chicago's wine sommelier of year, @citywineryCHI our own Rachel Driver, named at prestigious Jean Banchet awards 1 day ago RT @repjohnlewis: 55yrs ago today I was released from Parchman Penitentiary after being arrested in Jackson for using "white" restroom http… 2 days ago City Vineyard is hosting a cozy indoor winter shows on Pier 26 | 4 days ago Michael McDonald Michael McDonald Distinctive and soulful, Michael McDonald’s instantly recognizable voice has earned him five Grammy Awards. From ‘70s-era Doobie Brothers classics such as “What A Fool Believes” and solo hits like “I Keep Forgettin’” and “Sweet Freedom” through his Grammy-nominated, platinum-selling Motown and Motown Two covers albums and recent guest spots with alternative bands Grizzly Bear and Holy Ghost, McDonald is that rare thing in contemporary pop – an artist whose work is both timeless and ever-evolving.

Keb' Mo' Keb' Mo' Three-time Grammy winner and visionary roots-music storyteller Keb’ Mo’ embarks on a new chapter in his career with the April 22 release of BLUESAmericana on Kind of Blue Music. His twelfth full-length album marks the 20th anniversary of his debut Keb’ Mo’, but, more important, the disc is a signpost of artistic and personal growth. * * * At its core, the album is about love and understanding. Kathy Mattea Kathy Mattea Twice named Female Vocalist of the Year by the Country Music Association, Kathy Mattea carved out a role for herself in the late 1980s and 1990s as an artist at ease with both country tradition and free-ranging innovation. In 1990, the West Virginia native won the first of her two Grammy Awards, earning the Best Female Country Vocal Performance award for her moving “Where’ve You Been,” co-written by husband Jon Vezner. Ed Sheeran Ed Sheeran Ed Sheeran is a six-time Grammy-nominated, multiplatinum singer-songwriter.

At only 24 years old, the British artist has already become a global phenomenon. His latest album “x” (pronounced multiply) has gone to #1 in 14 countries around the world, including the United States and his native United Kingdom, where it was both the biggest and fastest selling album of 2014. “x” was nominated for Album of the Year at the 57th Annual GRAMMY Awards, and features a trio of platinum hits -- “Sing,” “Don’t," and his chart topping smash “Thinking Out Loud" -- as well as his latest single "Photograph." D'Angelo D'Angelo Every once in a while, an album arrives just in time to give the people a voice. The Vietnam-era got Marvin Gaye’s What’s Going On in 1971, Gulf War-stricken Generation X had Pearl Jam’s Ten and Rage Against the Machine’s self-titled debut, and Ice Cube held a mirror up to the Los Angeles riots on The Predator in 1992.

Amidst a groundswell of tensions and upheavals, D’Angelo and The Vanguard delivered Black Messiah upon unsuspecting, yet receptive masses on December 15, 2014. It not only broke a 14-year studio silence from the Grammy Award-winning multi-platinum singer, songwriter, and producer, but it also reaffirmed the need for raw, righteous, and real soul. Dr. John Dr. John The legendary Dr. John is a six-time Grammy Award-winning musician and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee. Known throughout the world as the embodiment of New Orleans’ musical legacy, Dr. John is a true icon in American culture. His colorful musical career began in the 1950s when he wrote and played guitar on some of the greatest records to come out of the Crescent City, including recordings by Professor Longhair, Art Neville, Joe Tex and Frankie Ford. Dr.

John headed west in the 1960s, where he continued to be in demand as a session musician, playing on records by Sonny and Cher, Van Morrison, Aretha Franklin and The Rolling Stones' “Exile On Main St.” Aloe Blacc Aloe Blacc Grammy Nominated Aloe Blacc released his major-label debut album Lift Your Spirit March 11th on XIX Recordings/Interscope Records where it debuted at #4 on the Billboard Top 200 chart. The set follows up Blacc’s collaboration as vocalist and co-writer on well-known DJ/producer Avicii’s track “Wake Me Up,” a song that hit the Top 5 on the Billboard Hot 100 and #1 on its Hot Dance Club Songs and Dance/Electronic Songs charts, as well as topping charts in more than 100 countries. Blacc’s single “The Man” topped the charts and with more than 2.4 million singles sold. Gregory Porter Gregory Porter Ever-dapper in his Kangol Summer Spitfire hat, suit jacket and wooden-wristband Nixon watch, Gregory Porter is discussing his new single.

A rolling piano, organ and brass-powered soul-jazz number, it’s called Musical Genocide. It’s a provocative title – was that intentional? “Well…” begins this Grammy-winning singer/songwriter/entertainer with a chuckle. “It’s a provocative title in the sense that unfortunately the word carries significance in our history – and still does. So I meant it to be provocative in that way. But as the first lines say: ‘I do not agree, this is not for me…’” Ledisi Ledisi Verve Recording artist Ledisi is a nine-time Grammy-nominated R&B artist who has wowed fans ever since she came onto the scene. In 2008, she received a Grammy nod for "Best New Artist,” as well as performed eight times at the White House for President and Mrs. Obama, and earned a place in the pantheon of the best soul singers of her generation. Her fans include legends and icons like Prince, Pattie LaBelle, Smoky Robinson, Stevie Wonder and more. In 2014, Ledisi released her fifth studio album The Truth, which spawned singles “I Blame You,” “Rock With You,” and “Like This” among others.

She headlines two national sold out tours, appeared on stage alongside Kelly Clarkson, Jordin Sparks, Jill Scott and on nationally recognized shows like Good Morning America, The David Letterman Show, The Late Night with Jimmy Fallon, and VH-1’s Diva’s Live. Amos Lee Amos Lee With critically acclaimed Supply and Demand (2006) and Last Days at the Lodge (2008). But it was with 2011’s Mission Bell that debuted No. 1 on the Billboard 200 and brought Amos to nationwide mainstream attention. Last year, Lee headlined amphitheaters and delivered main stage performances at top festivals supporting Mountains Of Sorrow, Rivers Of Song (2013) and is now excited to announce his first-ever live album, Live at Red Rocks With The Colorado Symphony. Anthony Hamilton Anthony Hamilton Anthony Hamilton’s voice just keeps getting better with time. The Grammy Award winner—a favorite staple on the scene since 2003—is currently in the studio working on his 5th official album with RCA Records. The eagerly anticipated album embodies Hamilton’s rejuvenated sense of love and life. “My music is my life. A lot has happened since my last album.

This new record reflects the triumphs and trials that I’ve experienced,” says the soul crooner. This summer will be a busy one for Hamilton who, in addition to recording his new album, is in the middle of a 15-city cross country tour and also has show dates slated in Europe and South Africa. Branford Marsalis Branford Marsalis Branford Marsalis has stayed the course. From his early acclaim as a saxophonist bringing new energy and new audiences to the jazz art, he has refined and expanded his talents and his horizons as a musician, composer, bandleader and educator – a 21st Century mainstay of artistic excellence. Growing up in the rich environment of New Orleans as the oldest son of pianist and educator Ellis Marsalis, Branford was drawn to music along with siblings Wynton, Delfeayo and Jason. Jonathan Butler Jonathan Butler The youngest of 13 children, Butler grew up in Cape Town, South Africa, ruled by Apartheid and segregation. “I was born poor, but richly blessed with talent and the gift to make music,” he says. “I can’t dismiss where I’ve been or where I’ve come from.

I’m a proud South African and I came from nothing.” Butler began his singing career at age 7, releasing his first album in 1973 and winning the Best New Artist Grammy in South Africa the following year at age 12. He made history by being the first black artist played on white South African radio while earning three gold records (“Please Stay” went double gold and “I Love How You Love Me” went gold) in 1975 as he became a teenager. More than a decade later, Butler moved to London, England after signing with Jive Records and released his first album internationally. The self-titled set went gold in 1987 in the United Kingdom and in the USA. He received Grammy nominations for Best R&B Song for his R&B-pop vocal hit “Lies” and for Best Jazz Song for the instrumental “Going Home.” ED SHEERAN ALBUM DELUXE WII U ESHOP CODES Ed Sheeran - X. Name: Ed Sheeran – X (Deluxe Edition) Genre: Pop, Soul Release Date: 2014. Format: mp3 | 320 Kbps Size: 152 Mb Description: New Album!

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The finalists are: AcroArmy, Emily West, Mat Franco, Miguel Dakota, Quintavious Johnson and Sons of Serendip. Multi-platinum recording artist Ed Sheeran, will perform "Don't," the latest single from his chart-topping, sophomore album "x" (pronounced "multiply") via Atlantic Records. Sheeran's sound can be best-described as an authentic blend of soulful folk undertones with a mix of hip-hop/R&B hooks. "x" has already won worldwide acclaim, debuting at #1 in the U.S. on the SoundScan/Billboard 200 as well as 14 other countries around the globe this summer. Following a special Independence Day edition of NBC's TODAY Toyota Concert Series outside in NYC's Rockefeller Plaza, Sheeran embarked on the North American leg of his worldwide arena tour.

Sheeran's debut album "+" saw multi-platinum, platinum, and gold sales in nine countries around the world, including the United States, and earned the British singer-songwriter three Grammy Award nominations, including nods for "Song Of The Year" and "Best New Artist." Grammy Award winning recording artist and Academy Award winning actress, Jennifer Hudson is set to perform her hit song "It's Your World" on next week's live results show. The track features R. Kelly and is the latest single from her highly anticipated upcoming album, "JHUD" (Sept. 23) via RCA Records. Hudson's 2008 debut album "Jennifer Hudson" won a Grammy Award for "Best R & B Album" and was followed up in 2011 with another critically acclaimed record entitled "I Remember Me." Both albums went certified RIAA Gold. In addition to her music success, Hudson is known for her many film performances, including her role as "Effie" in the 2007 hit "Dreamgirls", for which she won an Academy Award, Golden Globe Award, a Screen Actors Guild Award, a BAFTA and an NAACP Image Award.

As one of the most well-regarded rock musicians of our time, four-time Grammy Award winner Lenny Kravitz will perform his latest single, "The Chamber." He will release his tenth studio album, "Strut" (Sept. 23) via Roxie Records/ Kobalt Label Services. Kravitz describes the 12-track album as "raw-- it's got soul and it's a real rock & roll..." Recent works include the celebrated 20th anniversary of his1989 debut album "Let Love Rule" and his critically acclaimed album "Black and White America" (2011). In addition to his musical success, Kravitz has played prominent roles in box-office smash hits such as "The Hunger Games," "Catching Fire," as well as "Lee Daniels' The Butler." The first leg of Kravtiz's world tour is set to begin October 22nd, with additional dates to be announced. Pitbull will perform "Fireball" with a special appearance by the Rockettes. The single is the latest track from his upcoming album "Globalization", set to be released this fall.

This summer, Pitbull had the honor of performing "We Are One (Ole Ola)" with Jennifer Lopez and Claudia Leitte at the opening ceremony of the FIFA World Cup in Sao Paolo, Brazil. He has had #1 hits in more than 15 countries, with the most recent being chart-topping track, "Timber," featuring Kesha. The single marked his second #1 hit on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Pitbull is slated to co-headline a U.S./Canada arena tour with Enrique Iglesias beginning this month. This season's winner will be announced on Wednesday, Sept. 17 at a special time (8-10 p.m. ET) and will headline "America's Got Talent Live" at The AXIS Powered by Monster at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino in Las Vegas (Sept. 26, 27). The six finalists performing on Tuesday, Sept. 16 are: AcroArmy

Question: + (pronounced plus) and x (pronounced multiply) are chart- topping albums by which singer?
Answer: ED SHEERAN